Myke Richardson-Hughes, BACP
Integrative psychotherapist for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Addiction recovery support
- LGBT and relationship work
About Myke Richardson-Hughes
Myke Richardson-Hughes is an integrative psychotherapist, lecturer and clinical supervisor based in the United Kingdom. He is a Registered Member MBACP, meaning Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is listed on the BACP accredited register overseen by the Professional Standards Authority. With eight years of clinical experience, he has supported looked after children and young people in residential settings and learning centres, working with ages seven to twenty-five who present with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication differences including autistic spectrum conditions and Asperger's Syndrome, speech and language needs, ADHD and complex learning profiles, many of whom have experienced adverse childhood experiences and trauma.
He has also worked as a substance and alcohol misuse therapist within residential rehab settings, bringing focused experience in addiction recovery. He is trained in expressive therapies, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP), psychotherapy and parenting, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, person-centred therapy (PCT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and can draw on these methods individually or in combination to meet a client's needs. Additional training and familiarity with Transactional Analysis (TA), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and mindfulness are available to complement therapeutic work when appropriate.
His practice covers one-to-one therapy, couples counselling, support for same-sex and transgender clients and LGBT+ issues. He works with relationship challenges - including communication problems, conflict, affairs, divorce and separation - and with people experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, eating and intimacy-related issues, parenting and career matters, and challenges related to addiction recovery. He provides open-ended therapy so work can be short term or long term according to individual needs, and he offers services to individuals, schools, workplaces and medical practitioners.
He has also worked as a substance and alcohol misuse therapist within residential rehab settings, bringing focused experience in addiction recovery. He is trained in expressive therapies, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP), psychotherapy and parenting, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, person-centred therapy (PCT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and can draw on these methods individually or in combination to meet a client's needs. Additional training and familiarity with Transactional Analysis (TA), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and mindfulness are available to complement therapeutic work when appropriate.
His practice covers one-to-one therapy, couples counselling, support for same-sex and transgender clients and LGBT+ issues. He works with relationship challenges - including communication problems, conflict, affairs, divorce and separation - and with people experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, eating and intimacy-related issues, parenting and career matters, and challenges related to addiction recovery. He provides open-ended therapy so work can be short term or long term according to individual needs, and he offers services to individuals, schools, workplaces and medical practitioners.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Myke Richardson-Hughes have?
Myke Richardson-Hughes has eight years of professional experience.
Is Myke Richardson-Hughes a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Myke Richardson-Hughes provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Myke Richardson-Hughes located?
He is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Myke Richardson-Hughes as my therapist?
Clients can work with Myke Richardson-Hughes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Myke Richardson-Hughes work with international clients?
Yes. Myke Richardson-Hughes works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Myke Richardson-Hughes cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that develop early in life. It helps people understand how early bonds influence current relationships and can be useful for issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties and relationship struggles.Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a non-judgemental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead. This approach supports self-exploration, improves self-esteem and can help with depression, anxiety and life changes by fostering greater self-understanding.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based method that looks at connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It is often used for anxiety, stress, low mood and some trauma-related symptoms by teaching strategies to reframe thinking and build coping skills.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Myke works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. Registered professionals and therapists use assessment and conversation to tailor a plan rather than applying a single model to every person.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, by phone, through live chat or with text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments. These options increase accessibility for international clients and for people who need different formats during the course of work with a therapist.
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